Features

Suspension arm design with inserts for flex adjustments

Longer rear suspension arm length with narrow rear arm mounts

Center bulkhead splits and has front/rear specific top halves to prevent brake misalignment

Enclosed battery box for quick and easy battery removal

Larger receiver box for better wire management

One-piece graphite transponder and electronic switch mount

Flex Control radio tray has three different configurations for chassis flex adjustment

Stiff shock bladder design improves jumping and handling performance

Updated shock cap works for bladder or emulsion style shock setups

Shorter and lower front bumper reduces drag and allows easier access to anti-roll bar screws

I.F.M.A.R. approved rear wing

42T ring and 12T pinion gears on front and rear differentials for improved gear ratios

Updated chassis with chamfered front edges to reduce drag

Side guards are now threaded into the chassis from the top side of the car

90% parts compatibility with RC8B3.1

Overview

1:8 scale nitro off road racing is one of RC's most challenging disciplines of racing - it requires attention to detail and demands the highest of standards from equipment. Here to answer the call is the latest development from Team Associated's Area 51 Design Works, the RC8B3.2 Team Kit! The RC8B3.2 is set to push the boundaries of the accolades accumulated by the RC8B3.1:

2018 I.F.M.A.R. World Championship, Perth, Australia — Davide Ongaro
2019 ROAR National Championship, Hutto, Texas — Spencer Rivkin
2019 RCGP Series Championship — Davide Ongaro
2019 Italian Nitro Championship — Davide Ongaro

The engineers of Area 51 Design Works focused on key components that improved durability, accelerated maintenance, and expanded upon its race-winning heritage within the RC8B3 platform. Suspension arm design improves performance in all conditions: bottom-loaded inserts adjust flex characteristics and longer overall length, with reduced rear arm mount width. A 4-piece center bulkhead allows for easier access to the center differential, making adjustments even faster.

The radio tray design features an enclosed battery box, a larger receiver box, integrated switch and transponder mounting, and adjustable flex configurations. Updated shock caps allow the RCB3.2 to be run with the included stiff bladders, standard bladders, or as emulsion with no bladders—all with the same cap. The RC8B3 platform was born with Team Associated "Champion by Design" heritage and the RC8B3.2 plans to continue dominating the 1:8 scale off road racing scene!

Due to ongoing R&D, photos may not match final kit. Vehicle shown on these pages equipped with items NOT included in kit: engine, pipe and header, transponder, servos, receiver, wheels, tires. Assembly and painting required.

Needed to Complete

.21 class rear exhaust engine
Exhaust system: muffler and header joining pack, or muffler spring
2 or 3 channel radio/transmitter set with switch - FM/PCM/2.4GHz recommended
Transmitter batteries
4.8-7.4v receiver battery
Flat style NiMH, OR Flat style LiPo (Reedy LiPo Pro TX/RX 2400mAh 7.4v Flat), OR Flat style LiFe (Reedy LiFe Pro TX/RX 1600MAh 6.6v Flat)
Model car fuel (20-30% nitro recommended)
Fuel bottle
Glow igniter
Starter box
1:8 scale buggy tires
1:8 scale buggy wheels

CA (cyanoacrylate) glue
Polycarbonate-specific spray paint or polycarbonate-specific bottled paint and airbrush
Thread-locking compound
Steering servo
Throttle servo
Silicone Shock Fluid
Silicone Diff Fluid
Tools needed: Needle-nose pliers, Hobby knife, Reamer or hole punch for making holes in body, Ride height gauge, Body Scissors, Hex wrenches, Nut drivers, Wire Cutters, Calipers or a Precision Ruler
Silicone Shock Fluid, Silicone Diff Fluid, Shock Shaft Pliers, 5pc Hex/Nut Driver Tool Set, Dual Turnbuckle Wrench, Tire Adhesive

What's in the Box?

(1) Team Associated RC8B3.2 Team Kit
(1) Product Manual

Longer rear suspension arm length with narrow rear armmounts

Center bulkhead splits and has front/rear specific tophalves to prevent brake misalignment

Larger receiver box for better wire management

Side guards are now threaded into the chassis from the topside of the car

Enclosed battery box for quick and easy battery removal

Suspension arm designed with inserts for flex adjustments

Updated shock cap works for bladder or emulsion styleshock setups

42T ring and 12T pinion gears on front and rear differentialsfor improved gear ratios

Stiff shock bladder design improves jumping andhandling performance

Specs

Ball Bearings	Full set
Battery	4.8 - 7.4V receiver battery (sold separately)
Body	Clear polycarbonate with IFMAR approved rear wing
Bushing Material	Metal
Charger	Required for receiver battery (sold separately)
Chassis	Aluminum
Completion Level	Kit
Differential	Front, rear and center
Drivetrain	4WD
Engine Size	.21 cu in (sold separately)
Power Type	Glow
Max Battery Dimensions	3.3 x 1.8 x 0.65 in (84.5 x 29.8 x 16.5mm)
Motor Type	Glow
Product Length	19.13 in (486mm)
Product Width	11.99 in (304.5mm)
Radio	2-3 channel (sold separately)
Receiver	Sold Separately
Scale	1/8
Servos	High-torque steering servo required
Shock Type	Oil-filled, updated shock cap works for bladder or emulsion style shock setups
Speed Control	Sold Separately
Suspension	New arm design features bottom-loaded inserts
Vehicle Type	Buggy
Water-Resistant	Yes
Wheelbase	Varies
Wheel Hex Size	17mm
Wheel Type	1:8 scale buggy wheels (sold separately)

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